MURPHY'S OYSTER BAR #2
3821 NW BLITCHTON RD, Ocala FL 34475
Last inspected Dec 27, 2023 · 3 visits since July 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JUL 23
DEC 23
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw meat stored over half shell oysters
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2015017857 | Apr 16, 2015 | May 14, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
3 visits, newest first
Dec 27, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed only one person at establishment trained as a food manager and their food manager certificate expired 12/12/2023
Dec 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 21 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chemical dishmachine at 0ppm Cl.
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed cook place raw hamburger on grill and then removed hamburger bun from storage bag and placed on plate and did not wash hands and put on gloves between handling raw meat and Ready-To-Eat hamburger bun. Discussed with employee when to wash their hands after handling raw meat.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee prepping food, receive two phone calls on their cell phone, removed their glove, stepped outside to talk then returned to work station and placed original glove back on without washing hands and changing their gloves and resumed prepping food. Discussed with person in charge of kitchen
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed portable yellow container marked Diesel at the end of the bar. Employee advised that the container has margarita mix in the non-food grade container.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw meat stored over half shell oysters
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two spray bottles with chemical cleaner stored facing alcohol bottles at the bar.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed "Y" connector at hose Bibb in dishwash area with missing vacuum breaker on the non-chemical side of the "Y" connector with an attached hose.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Observed oyster tags not kept for 90 days and not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on the cook line the interior of microwave soiled with splattered food
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed only one person at establishment trained as a food manager and their food manager certificate expired 12/12/2023
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing cove molding behind ice machine and server drink station in kitchen
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee open container drink stored on prep table near walk-in-cooler
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed in the dry goods storage area employee jacket on rack over bag of rice, a hat stored on shelf over the coconut milk, rugs stored with stains crackers, and a backpack on top of the ice machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of white vinegar stored on floor in kitchen. Observed four boxes of beef stored on the floor in walk-in-freezer
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on the door and door frame of walk-in-freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs in use stored on oven door handle in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed microwave door handle soiled with food on the cook line.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters not covered or protected at server drink station in kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Observed a container of raw half shell oysters and container of wings not covered in walk-in-cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in pan of standing water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of food removed ( flour ) from original container not labelled with name of contents in dry goods storage area.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two boxes of pesticide strips stored on top of soft drink syrup boxes in kitchen. manager removed pesticide boxes.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance on cutting boards in kitchen.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no oyster consumer advisory posted. Manager posted new oyster signs.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in dry goods storage area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles in dishwash area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on exterior of walk-in-freezer door.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle. Manager removed tongs
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled with grease/oil. Observed mold like substance on the underside of the non food contact surface of the nozzles on the soda dispensing machine at server station. Manager instructed employee to clean.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels not removed from food containers after cleaning on the clean ware rack.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed discharge pipe from sink disconnected from drainage pipe. When dishmachine discharges water, some of the water drains on to the floor through the disconnected pipe.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in a manner not allowed to dry.
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